Vol. 135, No. 25 JUNE 18, 1990

In battle zones around the globe, kids as young as eight are fighting enemies they do not know, for causes they barely understand. A journey to four places -- Afghanistan, Northern Ireland, Burma and Los Angeles (yes, Los Angeles) -- reveals how quickly a child learns to kill.

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NATION: California voters send half a message on taxes

They vote to double their levy on gasoline but only to pay for highways. -- North Carolina and Massachusetts Democrats select their candidates. -- Congressional cold warriors cling to their gospel, but the...